The verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin has been reached. Our system of justice has worked as it should, with the prosecutors and defense presenting their evidence to the […]
Statement of National FOP President as Jury Deliberates Chauvin Trial
As the jury considers the evidence presented in the trial of Derek Chauvin, we urge all Americans and members of all communities to remain calm and respectful of one another. […]
National FOP President Statement on the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
Our members are disappointed that the U.S. House of Representatives has decided to send H.R. 1280, the “George Floyd Justice in Policing Act,” directly to the floor—without Committee consideration or […]
FOP Priority Bill “LEOSA Reform Act” Introduced in House
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the news that Representative Donald J. Bacon (R-NE) reintroduced the “LEOSA Reform Act” with Representative E.R. “Henry” Cuellar (D-TX). […]
FOP Top Priority Introduced in House of Representatives: “Law Enforcement Officers’ Equity Act”
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the introduction of H.R. 962, the “Law Enforcement Officers’ Equity Act,” a top legislative priority for the FOP. This […]
FOP Receives DHS Secretary’s Partnership Award
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, was surprised and pleased that the Fraternal Order of Police was awarded the DHS Secretary’s Partnership Award from Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Statement of National FOP President Patrick Yoes on Comments Made by Chicago FOP President
It has come to our attention that John Catanzara, President of FOP Lodge #7 in Chicago, suggested in a media interview that the violent mob of rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol Building on Wednesday, and caused the death of a brother officer—U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick—and four other people, was understandable, peaceful and, except for trespassing, law-abiding.
“Social Security Fairness Act” Introduced in the House
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, welcomed the introduction of H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act,” in the U.S. House of Representatives and thanked the bill’s lead sponsors, Representatives Rodney L. Davis (R-IL) and Abigail A. Spanberger (DVA), for their swift action on this important bill.
Statement of National President Patrick Yoes
The images coming in from the United State Capitol Building today are heartbreaking to every American. Lawlessness is not how Americans affect change in our great country. Today’s events demonstrate […]
National FOP President Reflects on Challenges of 2020
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, released the following statement reflecting on the challenges law enforcement officers faced in 2020…
